Monforte d’Alba – The Great Terroirs of Barolo

Now in its 16th year, I Grandi Terroir del Barolo 2025 is a weekend dedicated to in-depth field studies of the new vintage of one of the world’s greatest wines, Barolo.

The appointment is Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13 in the splendid Palazzo Martinengo in Monforte d’Alba. The format includes tasting counters with the direct presence of vignerons, master classes and visits to the winery, to concentrate in one weekend the “on-the-field” knowledge of the new vintage of one of the world’s greatest wines.

The event has grown in recent editions, keeping intact the character that inspired its birth. Indeed, it is an extraordinary opportunity for in-depth study of Barolo and its terroir, enhancing the distinct geographical mentions that make up the production area.

On Saturday, April 12, the Barolo Master’s program is scheduled: a day in which you can deepen your field knowledge of this wine between lectures, tours of the production area and tastings.

During the two days there will be a number of guided tastings conducted by journalist Gianni Fabrizio, editor of Gambero Rosso’s guide to the Wines of Italy. These are in-depth tasting sessions on Barolo and moments of comparison with Valtellina and its subzones. The comparison tastings between Barolo and Valtellina will take place thanks to the collaboration of the Consorzio di Tutela dei Vini di Valtellina present during the Masterclasses to tell about terroir and wines.

Tasting Booth Hours:

The tasting booth will be open on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., divided into 2 shifts:

• First round tasting counter: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Second round tasting counter: 2:30 to 6 p.m.

Calendar of guided tastings

• Saturday, April 12, 12 noon: The Barolo of Serralunga: character and style, the geographical mentions. A journey in wines through the territory, with tasting of 6 wines.
• Saturday, April 12, 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. (on two shifts) Terroir in comparison: Barolo and Valtellina, geographical mentions, sub-areas and territory,” tasting of 8 wines.
• Sunday, April 13, 11 a.m.: Comparing Terroirs: Barolo and Valtellina, geographical mentions, sub-areas and territory.
• Sunday, April 13 4:30 p.m.: Barolo Riserva – terroirs compared, through some great sites of the appellation and slopes, tasting of 6 wines.

Useful information

The event, dedicated to enthusiasts, industry professionals and the press, is spread over 2 rounds to allow everyone to fully enjoy it.

Tickets are on presale online or available for purchase on site.

Reservations required for master classes

The official website is www.gowine.it